Deuteronomy 32:6 Meaning and Explanation
“Do ye thus requite the LORD, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought thee? hath he not made thee, and established thee?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Moses questions Israel's ingratitude, reminding them that God is their father who created and redeemed them.
The Context of Deuteronomy 32:6
Moses challenges Israel's foolishness in betraying the God who created and redeemed them.
What Does Deuteronomy 32:6 Mean?
Moses appeals to relationship and covenant memory. 'Requite' means to repay—Israel has repaid God's covenant love with unfaithfulness. The question carries rhetorical force: How can you wrong the God who made and purchased you?
The language of father, maker, and establisher traces God's relationship with Israel from creation through redemption. Each title recalls a specific act of grace; together they form a narrative of constant provision that makes Israel's rebellion inexplicable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 32:6
What does Deuteronomy 32:6 mean?
Moses questions Israel's ingratitude, reminding them that God is their father who created and redeemed them.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 32:6?
Moses challenges Israel's foolishness in betraying the God who created and redeemed them.